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Eurofighters to Arrive at Gran Canaria’s Gando Air Base

Gran Canaria’s Gando Air Base is being prepared for the arrival of advanced Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets, with a major €12.7 million electrical infrastructure project now underway. The new aircraft will replace the ageing F-18s to modernise the defence of the Canary Islands’ strategically vital airspace. Read about the technological leap and the critical upgrades needed to support these next-generation jets.

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Canary Airports Set New Winter Passenger Record

The airports of the Canary Islands have broken another passenger record, handling 9.1 million travellers in the first two months of 2026. The data confirms the archipelago’s enduring appeal as a top winter destination for both national and international tourists. Read the full breakdown of passenger numbers across all eight islands.

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Canary Islands Airports See Passenger Growth in February 2026

Passenger traffic through Canary Islands airports rose in February 2026, with over 4.5 million travellers. International flights saw significant growth, though Gran Canaria remained the busiest hub. Read the full analysis of the latest Aena data.

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Canary Islands Airports See Passenger Growth in February

Airports across the Canary Islands welcomed over 4.5 million passengers in February 2026, marking a 1.2% increase compared to the same month last year. Gran Canaria Airport was the busiest, while La Palma saw the strongest percentage growth. Read the full breakdown of passenger traffic, flight movements, and cargo figures.

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Tenerife’s €4.5bn Infrastructure Deficit: A Decade to Catch Up

Tenerife has an investment deficit exceeding €4.5 billion in fundamental infrastructure works, with delays blamed on bureaucratic complexity and unexpected population growth. Island officials estimate it will take a decade to deliver most major projects, though the southern train line is slated to begin construction in 2028. Read about the plans and challenges for the island’s transport network.

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New Air Deal Connects Canaries to Beijing, Havana & São Paulo

A new partnership between Canary Islands airline Binter and Air China has been finalised, creating seamless connections from Gran Canaria and Tenerife to Beijing, Havana, and São Paulo. The agreement allows for single-ticket bookings and through-checked luggage, boosting tourism and economic links. Discover the new flight schedules and benefits for travellers.

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Tenerife Tourists Stranded in Thailand Amid Flight Chaos

A holiday has turned into a nightmare for four tourists from Tenerife, left stranded in Thailand after their flight was abruptly cancelled. Despite securing a rebooking for 20 March, they are desperately seeking an earlier route home as costs and emotional strain mount. Read their story of navigating a lack of airline support and exploring complex, multi-stop journeys to return to the Canary Islands.

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Tenerife Flight Diverted to Santiago for Medical Emergency

A passenger flight from Tenerife South to Edinburgh was forced to make an emergency diversion to Santiago de Compostela due to a medical incident onboard. Air traffic controllers coordinated a direct approach so the ill passenger could receive immediate care upon landing. The aircraft landed safely where medical teams were waiting.

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60 Migrants Rescued in Rough Seas Off Fuerteventura

The Spanish maritime rescue service has saved 60 migrants from a precarious inflatable boat in extremely rough seas southeast of Fuerteventura. The group, comprising 56 men, two women, and two minors, was located by a search plane after being missing for days. They are now being transported to safety on the island.

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Land Expropriations Begin for Fuerteventura’s Major North-South Motorway

Nearly 60 property owners in Antigua, Fuerteventura, are affected by land expropriations for a crucial section of the island’s new North-South motorway. The process, part of a state road agreement, aims to improve safety and mobility. Read about the detailed negotiations and the project’s impact on local residents.

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